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Highlights of the Greek Islands
8 days, Athens to Santorini
Paradise lovers and beach enthusiasts, this one’s for you: eight days island hopping from Athens to the most incredible destinations in the Greek islands, ending in Santorini. Ancient sun-bleached ruins, piercing blue skies, and the balmy Aegean Sea provide the stunning natural backdrop for this trip that’s packed with culture, local music, tasty cuisine, and activities for the mind, body, and soul.
8 days
Athens to Santorini
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Athens
Arrive in Athens at any time. Meet your CEO and fellow travellers for a welcome meeting in the evening and opt to go for dinner as a group.
Day 2Athens/Tínos
Take a ferry ride from Athens to the island of Tinos. Once the group arrives take advantage of a full free day on the island to roam as you please. Tinos has great food, wild beauty, and even better surfing and hiking, so you won’t want to waste any time. Climb up the hillsides for magnificent views of the deep blue waters and pristine beaches.
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BreakfastDay 3Day trip to Mykonos
Island hop over to gorgeous Mykonos today. Spend time enjoying this popular island, visit the windmills, and maybe treat yourself to a cocktail overlooking the ocean. Travel back to Tinos in the evening by ferry.
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BreakfastDay 4Tínos
Enjoy a six-hour tour of the island with a local guide. The tour includes lunch and visits highlights of Tinos like Dio Choria village, stunning Volax village, and the famous village of Pirgos. Afterwards take advantage of a free evening to keep exploring Tinos on your own.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 5Tínos/Naxos
Leave Tinos behind and travel by ferry to Naxos. Set out on a CEO guided orientation tour of Naxos before visiting the Temple of Apollo and ending the day with some free time. Maybe stop at the Temple of Dimitra, a local microbrewery or the Church of Droisiani to see the 6th century wall paintings. Take in the view of Mt Zeus at Zas Cave and grab a meal at a local tavern before capping off the evening at Apollonas beach.
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BreakfastDay 6Naxos
Full free day in Naxos today. Maybe visit the castle on the hill built by a Venetian emperor in 1207. You can visit the archaeological museum there. You could also hike up Mount Zas for panoramic views of Naxos and bragging rights that you stood on the highest point in the Cyclades. The hike is 7km round trip and 300m of elevation gain. You could also walk through the small quaint villages that dot the hills of Naxos. You can also spend the day shopping, cafe hopping, and relaxing on the beach.
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BreakfastDay 7Naxos/Santorini
Jump on the ferry to the island of Santorini. Upon arrival the group will enjoy a CEO guided caldera walk. The walk is just under 11km and will take you along the rim of the caldera between Fira and Oia. Afterwards, you have the option of attending dinner with the group for your final night in Santorini.
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BreakfastDay 8Santorini
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Island tour of Tinos
- Free time in Tinos and Naxos
- Day tour to Mykonos
- Orientation walk in Naxos
- Temple of Apollo visit
- Caldera walk in Santorini
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (7 nts).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Allow USD290-380 for meals not included.
Transportation
Ferry, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.